Farmers will not be able to feed the world’s growing population unless they are allowed to use biotechnology.
SA agriculture is currently facing the country’s worst drought since 1904. The entire economy, not just farmers, will feel the effects.
The Red Meat Producers’ Organisation should be commended for developing and implementing a beef futures market. Let’s hope it gets off the ground.
Farmers are advised to spend money cautiously until the SA economy shows some direction.
This is especially true if government persists in being its own worst enemy.
It’s not all bad news. The weak currency is a mixed blessing for South Africa’s farmers.
With good planning and careful management, farmers will be able to survive the difficult times created by the current drought.
South Africa’s tensions around access to AGOA graphically illustrate the power of major trading countries such as the US.
Economic conditions and prospects have deteriorated since July 2015.
The focus on the environmental aspects of sustainable farming means that less attention has been given to the other benefits.
In order to feed nine billion people by 2050, we will require the application of modern production technology by large-scale commercial farmers.
Farmers are often so busy running their enterprises that they forget to look after their own well-being.
